Light in hand. Heavy on power.
The Shimano Talica II 20A is a next-generation game reel designed for anglers who want serious stopping power in a lighter, more compact setup. Built with cutting-edge Shimano tech, it delivers smooth, efficient performance during long, brutal fights.
At the core is InfinityDrive, reducing rotational resistance by up to 30% under heavy drag — meaning more power with less effort. Combined with a rigid HAGANE Body and Cross Carbon Drag, this reel gives you total control when it counts.
Fast, powerful, and incredibly refined — this is modern game fishing.
🔹 Key Features
- InfinityDrive – lighter rotation under heavy drag
- 2-speed gearing – speed + torque when needed
- HAGANE Body – rigid, no flex under load
- X-Protect – advanced water resistance
- Cross Carbon Drag – smooth, consistent pressure
- Light-Line Drag Cam – ideal for lighter leaders
- S-Compact Body – comfortable and compact
- S A-RB bearings – corrosion-resistant
🔹 Why This Reel
- High drag in a lightweight package
- Smooth and efficient under load
- More versatile than traditional heavy game reels
- Built for modern offshore fishing styles
📏 Specifications
- Gear Ratio: 5.2:1 (2-speed)
- Weight: 1030g
- Max Drag: 22.5kg
- Retrieve: 121cm per crank
- Bearings: 6
🔹 Ideal For
- Tuna
- Kingfish
- Billfish (light tackle)
- Live baiting
- Stand-up game fishing
🔹 Why It Works
- Lightweight = less angler fatigue
- High drag = serious stopping power
- Fast retrieve = quick line recovery
- Compact design improves control
🔹 Where It Fits
- Tiagra → heavy traditional game
- Talica → lighter, faster, modern game fishing
👉 This is your performance game reel
🔹 Pro Tip
👉 Perfect for stand-up fishing — lighter reel, same serious power